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KPD 642W

1980 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

20,366 mi
Last recorded20,366 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2020
Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKPD 642W
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2020 20,366 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 19,290 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 18,822 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 18,163 miles
Pass 15 May 2016 18,081 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 17,181 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 16,293 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2013 14,816 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 14,183 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 11,978 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2011 11,975 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2008 10,803 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 Jun 2007 9,439 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 8,619 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2005 8,193 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Escort?

Based on 4,961,191 MOT tests across 821,553 vehicles.

63.1%
Pass Rate
4,830
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
821,553
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 465,333
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 447,459
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 433,778
Brake pipe excessively corroded 419,450
constant velocity joint gaiter split 203,602
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KPD 642W is a 1980 Ford Escort in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1980 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 52,814 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Escort fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 465,333 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KPD 642W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Escort typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 46 years old, this Ford Escort is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KPD 642W registered?

KPD 642W is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is KPD 642W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KPD 642W shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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